Is it possible to re-stretch reconstructed earlobes? (photo)

Yes they can be re stretched

Early healing for #earlobeReduction occurs in the first week. I use dissolving sutures. I don’t use any bandages.There are always
asymmetries before and after surgery although I always try to make the two
sides as even as is possible. Not a great idea in my opinion

Scar tissue will not stretch in the same way as normal tissue, it is likely to rip through and you are left with strings of hanging tissue.  Not pretty, I've seen it.  Jane

Earlobe repair is a very common procedure. Frequently, we have patients who will have the procedure done the same day as the consultation. Typically, the cost is between $450-850 per earlobe, depending on the severity and the length of the procedure.You may be able to find a doctor who will do this under insurance but i am not aware of any.The length of time the ears have been gauged should have no effect on the procedure. As long as the tissue is no longer irritated or inflamed, there is no reason not to give it a try. Gauged ears are sometimes more difficult than some other earlobe repairs since the tissue is so over stretched, but we are still able to create a natural looking earlobe. You can get your ear re pierced about 6 weeks after and should be included in the pricing. Shop around in your area and see if you can find a plastic surgeon in your budget

I don't understand why you would want to stretch your lobes again after having them fixed.  I don't think that is a good idea.

After an earlobe is repaired to close stretched earlobes, it is never as strong as it was initially.  It might be possible to re-stretch the earlobe with a small gauge, but I think stretching it further could cause problems.  

It is unclear to me why you would want to stretch them out again after having them repaired.  I recommend against stretching them again especially since getting it repaired for the second time will be more difficult.  

Hello Kazuopascual,Following gauge earlobe repair you would still be able to stretch the skin (although likely not as much).  However, I would highly recommend against this as it would make any future closure very difficult if you changed your mind.  A simple piercing should be ok.  I would discuss this with your treating surgeon before making any decisions.  I hope this helps and good luck. 

I think that ear re-piercing is ok, but I would not recommend stretching them  out say with gages.  Best of luck.

Yes it is possible to re-stretch the earlobes after a repair, but I don't recommend it.  I think it would be a bad idea.

After ear lobe repair, totally bad idea to stretch the ear lobes (Personal Opinion)................................